Here’s a look at a few progressive gift ideas to celebrate the occasion.
From its origins as a holiday celebrating the arrival of spring to an event that’s taken on more Christian significance, there’s no doubt that Easter has changed over the years. That’s not to say that chocolate bunnies and candy eggs are passé, but no doubt there’s a growing contingent out there wanting to modernize the occasion even more. For that crowd, here are a few ideas.
Traditional: Easter bonnets;
Our Take: vintage hats
Vintage green hat with flower pin ($99), vintage pink velvet hat ($89)
from Tattered Rose
Traditional: coloured eggs; Our Take: egg plate
Easter egg plate ($22.99) from The Bookstore on Perron
Traditional: classic stories; Our Take: today’s authors
Children’s Book by Sandra Boynton ($8.99) from The Bookstore on Perron
Traditional: basket of chocolate;
Our Take: tray of artisan chocolate
Oozy salted caramels ($15)
by Jacek, Remington tray ($82) from Simone & Ivy
Traditional: Easter lily; Our Take: floral arrangement
Spring bouquet ($115) from Klondyke Flowers
Traditional: lambs;
Our Take: wool
Glerups wool slippers ($99.95-$135.99)
from Seasons Gift Shop
Traditional: off-the-rack cards; Our Take: hand-made cards
Needle felted Cards ($17) by Holly Boone from Art Gallery of St. Albert
Traditional: pastel dresses;
Our Take: standout red dress
Toddlers red taffeta dress ($74.99)
from Seasons Gift Shop